Caregiver Support

Caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease or Dementia can be very difficult and may mean you need ongoing support. Helpful articles in this section address topics such as understanding dementia, dealing with caregiving isolation, and taking care of yourself.

Alzheimer's Association

The local chapter of the Alzheimer's Association is very knowledgeable about all aspects of Alzheimer's Disease, caregiving tips and respite options,services available in the community and can also provide emotional support.

A comprehensive summary of the types of respite care available to those caring for an individual with Alzheimer's Disease or a related dementia. This article includes tips for the caregiver on how and when to find care.

Caring for your family member demonstrates love and commitment and can be a very rewarding personal experience. On the other hand, exhaustion, worry, inadequate resources and continuous care demands are enormously stressful. This instructive article from the Family Caregiver Alliance provide tips for caregivers to care for themselves.

The FAMILIES Program (Family Access to Memory Impairment and Loss Information, Engagement and Supports) is available to caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s or other types of memory loss across the Commonwealth of Virginia

Caregiving has its own challenges, being a caregiver during the holiday season has even more challenges. As a caregiver it is important to remember that the traditions of the past, do not have to be the traditions of the future. The pressure of trying to make everything the same and add that layer of caregiving can be quite overwhelming. Below are a few tips to help minimize caregiver stress during the holiday season.

Facing Alzheimer's with Grace and Strength from AgingCare.com provides information to help caregivers manage the mental, physical, emotional, medical and financial challenges of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease.